As a person who loves learning, especially learning about things of the past, it is easy to understand why I am naturally attracted to museums. Most of the time they are at the top of my list of destinations to explore in a city. Also, by visiting museums on my own, I was able to make friends with some amazing people, which makes the whole visiting experience even more magical.
With all that said, I would like to dedicate this post to review some of the most impressive museums that I had a chance to visit. It would be nice to walk down memory lane and relive all the fond memories I shared with those places.
England Museums
You would be surprised to know that almost all of the best pieces of artwork and ancient artifacts are being kept in England, not in their country of origin. Also, most of the major museums in London are open to the public for free, which is a major bonus as you can frequent them as much as you wish.
1. British Museum: This is the first museum that I had a chance to visit in London, and I was completely mesmerized by its grandeur. Looking at the vast collection of artifacts that span thousands of years makes me feel like I was traveling back in time. Some of my favorite collections in the museum include the Elgin Marbles from the Parthenon at Athens, the Rosetta Stone, Egyptian monuments, Assyrian relics, and other Greek sculptures from the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus and from the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus. Besides those, there is another feature of the museum that is extremely enchanting, and that is the giant glass roof that covers the Great Court. The roof gives the whole space a sense of ethereal lightness, which also helps to elevate your entire visiting experience.
Egyptian sculptures 
Assyrian relics 
Greek sculptures 
The Great Court
2. The National Gallery, London: For an art enthusiast like me, this place is literally heaven. With free admission, you can enjoy the most representative sampling of European paintings ranging from the 13th to the 19th century. It holds an extensive collection of Renaissance and Baroque paintings, including works of Leonardo, Raphael, Michelangelo, Rubens, Rembrandt to name a few. A small collection of notable French Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings is also there for display. I literally can spend my whole day in this place, just to admire the beauty of these magnificent works. Besides, the building is a work of art in itself. I was impressed right from the entrance by the exquisite mosaic floor and beautiful decorative details on the pediment. This is also the place where I got to meet the scientist who later became my friend and local tour guide. It was such a lucky encounter as I didn’t expect anyone to initiate a conversation with me while I was just browsing through the museum bookstore. Thus, this museum always holds a special place in my heart.
Trafalgar Square 
Inside the museum
A Dream Wanderer 